Student Support & Classroom Assistant

Richland County School District One; Columbia (AL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Richland County School District One in South Carolina seeks an Additional Education Assistant to support teachers and help manage classroom activities and student needs.

Under supervision, you will assist with instruction, grading, computer lab duties, and supervision during bus loading and field trips; requires 60 college hours or Praxis ParaPro and two years of related experience. This 184-day position has a posted salary range noted in the classification description.

Qualifications

• Requires a minimum of 60 college hours from an accredited college or university or a passing score of 456 or above on the Praxis ParaPro Assessment, supplemented by two years of consistent training and experience with children.
• May require specialized training in conflict resolution and behavior modification.

Responsibilities

• Assists students with exercises and the preparation of materials for class activities; concentrates efforts with small groups of students and individuals as necessary.
• Reinforces all knowledge and skills taught by the classroom teacher.
• Assists teacher by administering and grading tests, recording grades, substituting as needed, escorting children to other areas of the school, and monitoring student behavior.
• At the kindergarten / elementary school level, listens to individuals and small groups in reading exercises; participates in free play time; assists with basic health needs and may accompany individuals to lavatories.
• At the high school level, may instruct students in the use of computer programs related to their respective subjects.

Skills

Assists students

Grading tests

Computer lab management

Bulletin board displays

Education

60 college hours or Praxis ParaPro

Job description

Richland County School District One in South Carolina seeks an Additional Education Assistant to support teachers and help manage classroom activities and student needs.

Under supervision, you will assist with instruction, grading, computer lab duties, and supervision during bus loading and field trips; requires 60 college hours or Praxis ParaPro and two years of related experience. This 184-day position has a posted salary range noted in the classification description.